MCC East Bay

Friday Night Teen High School Halaqa | Sidi Quran Hodge
2026-02-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
Join Ustadh Quran Hodge for weekly Friday evening basketball & halaqa sessions for teen high school boys from 9th through 12th grade.
These sessions aim to craft our next generation of confident, faithful Muslim men. These halaqas are for high school boys only—no younger boys are allowed. Each session is capped at 30 teens. Once limited spots are full, please kindly join the waitlist.
The first hour is physical activity in the gym (basketball, flag football, or soccer), and the latter hour is pizza and a teen halaqa with Sidi Quran.
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Fridays | October 24, 2025, to May 22, 2026 (with a break in Ramadan 2026) | $400/person | Register at mcceastbay.org/boys
The MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never prevent a family in the East Bay from benefiting from any MCC offering. To request a financial waiver, please complete the application at mcceastbay.org/scholarship
Coach Amir Rashad also leads a Friday Night Elementary & Middle School Boys Halaqa & Hangout:
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
Location of Friday evening sessions for high school boys in ‘25 and ‘26:

– October 24, 2025, at Dublin High School
– October 31, 2025, at Dublin High School
– November 7, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– November 14, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– November 21, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– November 28, 2024 (no session)
– December 5, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– December 12, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– December 19, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– December 26, 2024 (no session)
– January 2, 2025 (no session)
– January 9, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– January 16, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– January 23, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– January 30, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– February 6, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– February 13, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– February 20, 2026 (no season in Ramadan)
– February 27, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)– March 6, 2026 (no session)
– March 13, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)
– March 20, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)
– March 27, 2025 (no session)
– April 3, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– April 10, 2026, at Donlon Elementary School
– April 17, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– April 24, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– May 1, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– May 8, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– May 15, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton
– May 22, 2026, at Hart Middle School in Pleasanton

About Sidi Quran
Qur’an Hodge is a Bay Area native. He began his Islamic education in 2019, studying Arabic at the Al Maqasid Seminary in Pennsylvania. Sidi Quran continued to Dar Al Mustafa, a Yemeni Islamic university in Tarim, Hadhramaut. At this Islamic seminary founded by Habib Umar bin Hafiz, Sidi Qur’an studied Ibtidaiyya, Hadith, Aqida, Seerah, Nahw, Quran Hifzdh, Kitaba, and Tafseer in classical Arabic.
Sidi Quran has completed certificates in Taleef Collective’s Refining the Core and Zaytuna College’s Permaculture Program. He is passionate about creatively addressing community issues, particularly the challenges that Muslim youth face. He lives with his wife and child in Castro Valley.

– More Quran Hodge: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-hodge

Monthly Men's Hike
2026-02-07 08:00 - 12:00 | Lake Chabot Regional Park, 17600 Lake Chabot Rd, Castro Valley, CA, 94546, United States
For Brothers! Join a brotherhood that hikes through life’s ups and downs, finding strength and community in the great outdoors.
Our Monthly MCC Brothers Hike caters to various fitness levels and explores East Bay’s serene landscapes. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or just looking to start, we welcome you to share in this journey of fellowship and discovery.

Saturday, February 7 | 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Lake Chabot Regional Park | No children, please (teenage boys, okay) | RSVP at mcceastbay.org/brothers-hike
If brothers want to walk around more, they can do it depending on their interests/time. The hike will be canceled if there are insufficient RSVPs, depending on the weather.

When: February 7, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – Please arrive early to park and find the group. The group can wait until 8:10 a.m., and then start the hike. Please be on time since we cannot hold the group.
Carpool: We highly recommend carpooling. No carpool from MCC is available for this hike.
Parking: $5
Meeting Point: Lake Chabot
Trail: Lake Chabot Loop
Distance: Around 8.7 miles.
Difficulty: Moderate.
Misc: Pack a snack and water for yourself. Wear hiking shoes if possible. Bring a small breakfast/ Lunch sandwich or something to eat. Carry enough water, a hat, and a light jacket. Please download the All Trails map (free version) if you decide to return in the middle of the hike. This will be very helpful when navigating back to the parking lot.
RSVP: By Friday, February 6, please let us know you are coming for this hike: https://mcceastbay.org/brothers-hike

Mohammed Kadoura leads these monthly hikes for the brothers. If you have trouble finding the group on the day of the hike, please call or text Br. Mohammed at (617) 935-7347. Please remember that we cannot hold the group, so we request that you arrive on time.
For future hikes, please subscribe to the MCC newsletter and add your phone number to the Men’s Hiking WhatsApp group.
Please wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, carry a water bottle, a small snack, a hat, sunglasses, and hiking poles if you have any.
Questions? hiking@mcceastbay.org
About this trail:
This is a beautiful hiking area with moderately steep trails and lovely views of the water. If desired, you can avoid a large portion of the paved East Shore Trail by taking the southern Cameron Loop after crossing the Honker Bay bridge, Ten Hills Trail, and Indian Cove Trail, leaving a very short paved section to the Marina.
Shade is provided by oaks, bay laurel, willow, and cottonwood trees. Poison oak is plentiful, as well as vetch, blackberries, and blue-eyed grass. A few interpretive panels about the dam’s history are towards the end of this 2-mile route. Benches are scattered throughout, although most have a steep grade to reach them.
Stairs are present along this route.

*POSTPONED* Muhammad (peace be upon him) in the Old Testament | Ustadh Dr. Ali Ataie
2026-02-07 10:00 - 16:00 | CA
*Due to a scheduling conflict, this event is postponed until after Ramadan ’26. We will announce a new date soon.*
One of the most powerful proofs of prophecy is to demonstrate that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is described in ancient texts whose compositions predate his birth by hundreds and hundreds of years.
In this seminar, Dr. Ali Ataie will guide us through a fascinating historical, exegetical, and linguistic examination of the biblical text in an attempt to validate the Quran’s claim that “the Messenger” and “Gentile/Unlettered Prophet” is “described with them in the Torah and the Gospel,” although the focus will be on the Tanakh (Old Testament).
This lecture will cover topics such as comparative hermeneutical frameworks, debunking the “Islamic Dilemma,” the historical-critical method, the subtleties of ancient sacred poetry, and close readings of the biblical text in the original language (Hebrew).
This free all-day Saturday workshop is a must for students of comparative religion and serious callers (du’at) to the Religion of Allah.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Saturday, February 7, 2026* | Conference Room | Free | Join us in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live
*Due to a scheduling conflict, this event is postponed until after Ramadan ’26. We will announce a new date soon.*
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

– More Dr. Ali Ataie: https://mcceastbay.org/ali-ataie

Ustadh Dr. Ali Ataie is a leading scholar in comparative religion. He currently lectures at Zaytuna College in Berkeley, California. He has taught at several Western academic institutions.

Session One (with one break): 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Zuhr Prayer/lunch: 12:40 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.

Session Two: 1:15 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.

Coffee/Tea break (provided by MCC): 2:15 p.m. to 2:25 p.m.

Session Three: 2:25 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Asr Prayer: 4:15 p.m.

– More Dr. Ali Ataie: https://mcceastbay.org/ali-ataie

Ustadh Ali Ataie is a perennial student and researcher who has been involved in interfaith activities for over two decades. He holds a Master’s in Biblical Studies with a focus on the New Testament and biblical languages. He also holds a Ph.D. in cultural and historical studies in religion from the Graduate Theological Union. His doctoral work focused on Muslim hermeneutics of biblical texts, especially the Gospel of John. He lives in San Ramon, CA, with his wife, Roya, and three daughters. Learn more about him at https://zaytuna.edu/academics/faculty/ali-ataie
Muhammad ﷺ in the Old Testament
While the Old Testament doesn’t explicitly name Muhammad (PBUH), Islamic tradition identifies several passages as prophecies foretelling his coming, primarily in Deuteronomy 18:18-19, which speaks of a prophet “like you (Moses)” raised from among the brethren, and Deuteronomy 33:2 (Mount Paran/Ishmael). Other potential references include Song of Solomon 5:16 (interpreting “Muhammadim” as a name) and Isaiah 60:1-7 (describing light from the East). Christians generally interpret these prophecies differently, often relating them to Jesus or other figures, but Muslims see them as clear signs of Muhammad’s prophethood, highlighting similarities to Moses (e.g., family life, worldly leadership) that differ from Christian interpretations of Jesus.

Key Old Testament Passages Cited by Islamic Tradition

Deuteronomy 18:18-19: “I will raise up for them a prophet like you from among their brothers. And I will put my words in his mouth, and he shall speak to them all that I command him. And whoever does not listen to my words that he shall speak in my name, I myself will require it of him.”

Islamic Interpretation: This prophet is like Moses (a lawgiver, married, had children, natural birth) but not Jesus, fulfilling the “from among your brothers” (referring to Ishmael’s descendants/Arabs).

Deuteronomy 33:2: “The Lord came from Sinai, and dawned from Seir upon them; he shone forth from Mount Paran, and he came from the midst of ten thousand holy ones”.

Islamic Interpretation: Sinai (Moses), Seir (Jesus), and Mount Paran (Mecca/Ishmael’s descendants).

Song of Solomon 5:16 (Hebrew): Contains the word “Muhammadim” (often translated as “altogether lovely” or “desirable”).

Islamic Interpretation: A direct, albeit transliterated, mention of the Prophet’s name.

Isaiah 60:1-7: Mentions the rising of light from the East, the gathering of flocks from Kedar (Ishmael’s son) and Nebaioth, and the glorification of God’s house (Kaaba in Mecca).

Christian Interpretations:

Most Christians interpret the Deuteronomy prophecy as referring to Jesus Christ, seeing him as the ultimate prophet “like Moses” (fulfilling the law, being a great teacher).
Song of Solomon 5:16 is generally regarded as poetic language describing a lover rather than a proper name.

In Summary:Muslim scholars use these passages to argue that the Old Testament prophesied Muhammad (PBUH), aligning his life and mission with these scriptural descriptions, while Christian theology typically links these prophecies to Jesus or other figures, viewing them as distinct from Muhammad.

Private Event
2026-02-07 11:00 - 12:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Conference Room & SS Reception

Private Event
2026-02-07 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-08 14:00 - 18:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Banquet Hall

Pre-Ramadan Youth Social | MCC Youth Committee
2026-02-07 18:00 - 21:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For Teen Girls & Boys Ages 12-18: Join us for a special Youth Pre-Ramadan Night led by the MCC Youth Committee Teen Executive Board. This space is created by youth, for youth, as we prepare our hearts and community for Ramadan.
This evening is about connection, excitement, and stepping into their role as Ramadan advocates at MCC. We’ll share the full Ramadan youth calendar, enjoy food and drinks together, and talk about what it truly means to show up for Ramadan with adab, responsibility, and pride in our masjid.
We look forward to our youth setting the tone during Ramadan: being role models, looking out for one another, and helping keep MCC a welcoming and respectful space for everyone.
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Saturday, February, 7 | MCC Banquet Hall | $5 Registration Fee; RSVP at mcceastbay.org/youth-social
MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attaining spiritual or educational knowledge within the four walls of the Muslim Community Center. For a financial waiver for this event, please email scholarship@mcceastbay.org.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Monthly Sisterhood Hike | Sisters in the Outdoors
2026-02-08 08:00 - 10:30 | Sycamore Grove Park, 1051 Wetmore Rd, Livermore, California, 94550
Join us at 8 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 8, for a hike at Sycamore Grove Park in Livermore to get to know other sisters in the community and enjoy the great outdoors. No children, please (female teens, okay). Let us know you are coming: https://mcceastbay.org/rsvp
If sisters want to walk around more, they can do it depending on their interest/time. The hike will be canceled if there are not enough RSVPs or depending on the weather.

– When: Sunday, Feb. 8
– Time: 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. – Please arrive a little early to park and find the group. The group can wait till 8:15 a.m. and will start the hike. Please be on time, since we cannot hold the group.
– Carpool: We highly recommend carpooling. No carpool is available from MCC for this hike. Carpooling encouraged others on this hike. Please note that cell phone service is not available at the parking lot, so we kindly request that you arrive on time.
– Parking: If the gate is closed, roadside parking is available.
– Meeting Point: Valley Viewpoint and Harrier Trail
– Trail: Valley Viewpoint and Harrier Trail
– Distance: 5.6 miles
– Difficulty: Moderate
– Misc: Wear hiking shoes if possible. Bring a small breakfast/ Lunch sandwich or something to eat. Carry enough water, a hat, and a light jacket. Please download All Trails map (free version) in case you decide to return in the middle of the hike. This will be very helpful in navigating back to the parking lot.
– RSVP: By Saturday, Feb. 7th, please let us know you are coming for this hike: https://mcceastbay.org/rsvp

Sr. Aparna Khan and Sr. Sohaila will be leading this hike. If you have trouble finding the group on the day of the hike, please call or text Sr. Aparna at (408) 480-6584 or Sr. Sohaila at (925) 786-7698. Please remember that we cannot hold all the group, so we request you to please be on time.
For future hikes, please subscribe to the MCC newsletter and/or add your phone number to the Women’s Hiking WhatsUp group.
Please wear comfortable walking/hiking shoes, carry a water bottle, a small snack, a hat, sunglasses, and hiking poles if you have one.
Questions? hiking@mcceastbay.org
About this trail:
Sycamore Grove Park features several trails and dirt roads that wind through open, grassy meadows above the Arroyo Del Valle. This route begins at the Ranger Amy Amphitheater to the south. The Harrier Trail is an extension of the Valley View Trail, a short, winding trail. Bring water and a hat, and be sure to protect yourself from the sun.

Mawlid: Hearts Connected | Ta'leef Collective
2026-02-08 17:30 - 19:30, 2026-02-15 17:30 - 19:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
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Join us Sunday nights at 5:30 p.m. from January 18, 2026, to February 15, 2026, for evenings of remembrance, reflection, and community, as MCC East Bay temporarily hosts Ta’leef Collective’s long-running weekly Mawlid.
Sidi Mahdy Amine is our special guest speaker on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
Gather to connect your heart to the Prophet ﷺ, to God, and to God’s servants. This gathering has been lovingly sustained for over 20 years by dedicated volunteers, munshids, and teachers. Each week will feature reflections from esteemed guest teachers. Join us and keep the connections alive.
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. | Sundays | Jan. 18 to Feb. 15 | MCC Conference Room | Please join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live
Sponsored by Taleef Collective & MCC East Bay.
Ahead of Ramadan ’26, MCC is temporarily hosting five weeks of Ta’leef Collective’s weekly Mawlid, a beautiful gathering of community & remembrance that has been held for more than 20 years for the East Bay Muslim community. Please join us on:

Sunday, January 18, 2026
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Sunday, February 1, 2026
Sunday, February 8, 2026
Sunday, February 15, 2026

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
Mahdy Amine is a Zaytuna College alumnus and practicing attorney. Ustadh Mahdi also teaches Islamic Studies at ILM Tree, and he serves as Convert Care Coordinator for Ta’leef Collective.
“I want people to feel the true beauty of Islam when they encounter Ta’leef. Was not our Prophet (upon him peace and blessings) the radiant embodiment of outer and inner beauty? One who saw him was in awe, and one who knew him fell in love. I hope Taleef translates that experiential beauty to a relevant American context while honoring the ethos and principles of the rich Islamic tradition.”
– More Ustadh Mahdi: https://mcceastbay.org/mahdy
From Taleef:
Dear Ta’leef community,
Asalaamu alaykum.
Peace and blessings to you all.
We invite you to join us this coming Sunday, January 11th, for the last Mawlid gathering in the Main Hall of our Fremont campus. Please bring your family and friends to fill the room as we honor 17 years of memories and look forward to the journey ahead.
Since 2008, this space has been a cherished sanctuary for Ta’leef, holding countless memories of shahadas, weddings, and spiritual growth. This Sunday is a moment to gather in gratitude, honoring all that this community has built here over nearly two decades.
The current property development plans for the building will necessitate our temporary relocation. Our landlord has generously offered to work with us to ensure a smooth transition, including the potential use of the warehouse in the near future after construction.
We want to express our profound gratitude to our landlords. Their immense generosity has provided Ta’leef with a home in Fremont to serve our community for many years, for which we pray that Allah rewards them immensely.
In the meantime, MCC East Bay has graciously offered to temporarily host Ta’leef’s Mawlid for a few weeks beginning January 18th.
May Allah facilitate ease throughout this process, and we look forward to gathering this Sunday to unite our hearts through the love of the Prophet (AS).
With gratitude,
The Ta’leef Board of Directors

Women’s Seerah Bookclub (in-person & virtual) | Ustadha Leila Fakira
2026-02-09 11:00 - 12:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join our weekly sisters’ in-person & virtual Seerah book club, where we have an active discussion, take away lessons for our daily lives, and inshaAllah fall in love with the Prophet ﷺ. This year, we are reading from Our Lady Fatima al-Zahra (R.A.) by Muhammad Abduh Yamani.

Every Monday, in-person & virtual | 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. | MCC | Women only | RSVP for the live registration link at https://mcceastbay.org/bookclub | RSVP is needed to join us virtually

Event Details:

The in-person & virtual discussion takes place every Monday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with a break in Ramadan ’26.

Please register online to receive the link to the WhatsApp thread where all communication and updates will be made.

Book Purchase:

If you wish to follow along with the book, please purchase the book. The book can be purchased here:

https://www.meccabooks.com/products/our-lady-fatima-al-zahra
https://store.celebratemercy.com/products/our-lady-fatima-al-zahra?srsltid=AfmBOoolySfro5MbF50JY0y6f-0yyRMdaGwsDMa2DqstKJWBykrF1Tpa
https://bookshop.rabata.org/search?q=pur+lady&options%5Bprefix%5D=last

For those local in the Bay Area:

Rumi Bookstore
Zaytuna Bookstore

Questions? bookclub@mcceastbay.org

About the Book

This book is about the life and virtues of the eminent lady Sayyidatunā Fāṭima al-Zahra ﵂. Through her, with Sayyidunā ‘Alī ﵁, the blessed lineage of her father, the Messenger of God ﷺ, was preserved. She resembled him in every way, and of all people she was the dearest to his heart. She stood with him ﷺ and strove always to serve and aid him, taking care of him after the death of her mother, Sayyidatunā Khadīja ﵂. Fāṭima was brave, strong, forbearing, dutiful, gracious, and protective. She was a loving mother and an inspiring example to her sons, Imams Ḥasan and Ḥusayn ﵁. Fāṭima al-Zahrā ﵂ tells the life story of its subject in a vivid, straightforward manner, linking it to the history of Islam from the early times of tribulation to the establishment of the Dīn and the Community based in al-Madīna. Its style and approach are very suitable for children, as well as for older readers. The author, Dr Muhammad Abduh Yamani (d.1431/2010), who served for several years as Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Information, was a distinguished educationalist, author and businessman, notable also for his piety and philanthropy.

Weekly Zumba Classes for Women & Girls | Reham Sedky
2026-02-11 10:00 - 11:00 | CA
Zumba Classes are back!
For Women & Girls Ages 12+: Join us for weekly Zumba sessions – a fun, stress-relieving way to stay active, boost your energy, and connect with other sisters. Zumba offers incredible benefits, such as improved physical health, mental well-being, and the chance to make fitness an enjoyable part of your routine lifestyle.
This class is designed for women and girls aged 12 and up. It’s open to everyone, and no experience is needed.
Please note this class is not recommended for anyone with back or knee issues.
Starts Wednesday, Nov. 26 | 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. | Weekly | Conference Room (private space) | $15/session | Register at mcceastbay.org/zumba
Classes will be canceled if fewer than five people register.
MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a person back from attending any activity held in the community center. To request a financial waiver, please complete our financial waiver request: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/scholarship

About the Instructor:
My name is Reham Sedky, and I’m excited to introduce myself as a certified Zumba instructor from the Mountain House Muslim community. Because I love my community, I wanted to bring something positive to encourage women to focus on their health and well-being. I noticed many sisters cannot participate in gyms or sports due to privacy concerns or lack of time. This inspired me to become a professional Zumba instructor to offer something new and beneficial. Alhamdulilah, through our Muslim community, I was able to provide this class in a private and comfortable environment that meets our needs.
Please join me, and let’s move, laugh, and grow stronger together, Insha’Allah!
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Purification of the Heart – Men’s Book Club
2026-02-12 18:30 - 20:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join us for a weekly book club and discussion group as we collectively strive to purify our hearts and grow closer to Allah through understanding and treating the spiritual diseases that afflict us all. We will read and reflect on Hamza Yusuf’s translation and commentary of Imam Mawlud’s classical work, Purification of the Heart: Signs, Symptoms, and Cures of the Spiritual Diseases of the Heart.
Each session will cover one chapter, including group discussions and reflections on heart diseases and their treatments.
While we encourage consistent attendance for shared reflection and continuity, each session is self-contained, and participants are welcome to drop in even if they cannot commit to attending every week. Sidi Mohammed Kaddoura facilitates this group.
Starts October 16 | Thursdays | 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Conference Room | In-person only
Class Schedule: Tracking Chapters: Purification of the Heart– Men’s Book Club
Disclaimer: This book club is intended to stimulate thought and reflection, not to teach deen. It is not a fiqh or aqidah class.
Discussion Group Guidelines

Everyone has something to say; everyone has something to learn.

Shy participants are encouraged to contribute.
Talkative participants are encouraged to listen more.

Confidentiality is essential.

Do not share other participants’ reflections outside the group. It’s okay to say, “someone in my book club made me think about…” but not “so-and-so said…”

Give 70 excuses.

Assume good intentions. If disagreements arise, remember our shared goal is growth. We leave differences in the room and continue with brotherhood outside of it.

Maintain emotional awareness.

The topics we discuss may evoke strong emotions. All participants are expected to remain calm, respectful, and emotionally intelligent. Please avoid getting carried away in conversation. Proper etiquette is required at all times.

Book Purchase
Please purchase the book in advance if you want to follow along. Available at:

Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Purification-Heart-Symptoms-Spiritual-Diseases/dp/1929694156
Zaytuna Bookstore: https://bookstore.zaytuna.edu/products/purificationoftheheart

About the Book
This exploration of Islamic spirituality delves into the psychological diseases and cures of the heart. The causes and practical cures of these diseases are discussed, offering a penetrating glimpse into how Islam deals with spiritual and psychological problems and demonstrating how all people can benefit from these teachings.

Author: Imam Mawlud (translated and with extensive commentary by Hamza Yusuf)
About the Translator
Hamza Yusuf is an American Islamic scholar and co-founder of Zaytuna College, the first accredited Muslim liberal arts college in the United States. He is one of the most influential Islamic educators in the Western world, known for his ability to bridge traditional Islamic scholarship with contemporary issues.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

October – 16
Welcome & Book Overview

October – 23
Introduction to Purification

October – 30
Miserliness

November – 06
No Meeting

November – 13
Wantoness

November – 20
Hatred

November – 27
No Meeting – Thanksgiving

December – 04
Iniquity

December – 11
Love of the World

December – 18
Envy

December – 25
No Meeting – Christmas

January – 01
No Meeting – New Year’s Day

January – 08
Blameworthy Modesty

January – 15
Fantasizing

January – 22
Fear of Poverty

January – 29
Ostentation

February – 05
Relying on Other than God

February – 12
Displeasure with Divine Decree

February – 19
No Meeting – Ramadan

February – 26
No Meeting – Ramadan

March – 05
No Meeting – Ramadan

March – 12
No Meeting – Ramadan

March – 19
No Meeting – Ramadan

Gathering of the Hearts | Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi
2026-02-12 19:30 - 21:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi for our monthly in-person and online gathering for women (ages 18+) to commune, reflect, discuss, and gain strength and support from each other.
7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Monthly on a Thursday | Free; no registration required | Conference Room or watch live online at https://mcceastbay.org/live
In this class, we use “Purification of the Heart” and “Foundations of the Spiritual Path” By Sidi Ahmad Zarruq, Translated by Hamza Yusuf. Download the book at HTTP://mcceastbay.org/foundations
Watch past session recordings at https://mcceastbay.org/muslimah-purification
We discuss spirituality, self-development, relevant and contemporary topics, and issues related to Muslim women’s roles and responsibilities in today’s knotted-up world. We also examine “Purification of the Heart: Signs, Symptoms, and Cures of the Spiritual Diseases of the Heart” by Shaykh Hamza Yusuf.

– More Ustadha Hosai: https://mcceastbay.org/hosai
– ‘Purification of the Heart’ Series: (Adults): https://mcceastbay.org/heart-purification
– ‘Purification of the Heart’ Series: (Women): https://mcceastbay.org/muslimah-purification
– ‘Purification of the Heart’ Series (Teens): https://mcceastbay.org/purification
– ‘Agenda to Change our Condition’ Series: https://mcceastbay.org/agenda
– ‘Modern Muslim Parenting’ Series: https://mcceastbay.org/islamic-parenting

This is a discussion-based group, and participation is not only encouraged, but it is required.
Sorry, no babysitting provided. The in-person option is for women only, or the virtual option so anyone can watch live on:

– YouTube: https://mcceastbay.org/live
– Facebook: https://mcceastbay.org/facebook
– Instagram: https://mcceastbay.org/instagram

About Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi:
Hosai Mojaddidi is the co-founder of mentalhealth4muslims.com, where she advocates for and writes about various mental health-related topics tailored for Muslims. She has served the American-Muslim community for nearly 20 years as an activist, writer/editor, mediator, interfaith organizer, and public speaker, covering a variety of topics, including women’s issues, marriage/family, education, self-development, interfaith bridge-building, spirituality, etc.
In her spare time she enjoys reading, writing, blogging via social media (Facebook, Instagram and Twitter), doing arts and crafts, visiting gourmet coffee shops, and exploring the countless beautiful parks, beaches and nature preserves throughout Northern California where she lives with her husband, two sons, and fish named Max.
These monthly sessions are live-streamed and recorded. Watch past Ustadha Hosai recordings at https://mcceastbay.org/hosai
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Jumu’ah Services @ MCC & Rosewood
2026-02-13 12:30 - 14:50 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For MCC’s four Jumu’ah services on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026:

12:30 p.m. to 12:50 p.m.

Ustadh Bilal Acevedo delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

1:30 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.

Sidi Ahmed Khan delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m.

Hafiz Yaseen Mahmood delivers this sermon at Rosewood Conference Center, 4450 Rosewood Dr., Pleasanton

2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.

Hafiz Yaseen Mahmood delivers this sermon at MCC East Bay

*Please attend at 12:30 or 2:30 p.m. at MCC to avoid heavier first-service congestion whenever possible, or please attend the off-site MCC Jumu’ah service, that is, each week at the Rosewood Commons, 4450 Rosewood Dr (Building 5)., Pleasanton. Rosewood is only a five-minute drive from MCC.

Please note that the former HP lot (now part of the Pleasanton Unified School District) is no longer available to our congregation. The District graciously provides the MCC congregation a limited number of parking space. Please come to the first or fourth Jumuah at MCC to ease up parking congestion or, better yet, attend our weekly parallel satellite prayer from 1:40 p.m. to 2:10 p.m. at Rosewood Center (Building 5): https://mcceastbay.org/rosewood

– Virtually watch the three MCC sermons from home: https://mcceastbay.org/live
– More Sidi Ahmed: https://mcceastbay.org/ahmed-khan
– More Hafiz Yaseen: http://mcceastbay.org/yaseen

For parents attending with young children indoors at the main MCC facility, we offer private mothers’ and fathers’ rooms with an audio and visual connection to the Prayer Hall. Parents can watch the sermon and pray while working with other parents and young children. The mothers’ and fathers’ prayer room is just past the Banquet Hall doors into the school area.
Please also visit the new, larger Islamic Center of Livermore for Jumu’ah. They recently moved into a former Church and they can now accommodate more Tri-Valley worshipers. The new masjid is at 3820 East Ave, Livermore, CA 94550.
The prayer times are at ICL:

First Jummah: 12:30 p.m. 12:55 p.m.
Second Jummah: 1:30 p.m. 1:55 p.m.

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
We encourage everyone to wear their best attire, arrive early, pray tahiyyat al-masjid, and recite the Qur’an. Let’s encourage one another to maintain a clean and peaceful musalla. Please place your shoes neatly on the shoe racks, minimize conversations inside the musalla, engage in dhikr, and send salawat upon the Prophet ﷺ. May Allah accept our efforts. Ameen

Hidaya Foundation Collection Drive @ Jumu’ahs
2026-02-13 12:30 - 15:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Help our less fortunate sisters and brothers around the world this Friday.
Hidaya Foundation will be in the MCC parking lot during our three Jumu’ah services (12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.) on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026.
The collection truck staff will give you a tax-deductible receipt. A $10 donation per bag is needed to help cover the cost of shipping the container to your needy Muslim sisters and brothers overseas.
Please be considerate of the dignity of the families receiving your generous contributions by donating quality, washed, and folded used items.
The Hidaya Foundation collection truck will accept:

– Winter coats, jackets, and sweatshirts (for all ages and all seasons);
– Blankets, sleeping bags, comforters, pillows, bed sheets, towels;
– Baby clothes, regular clothes, and traditional clothes like Shalwar Kamis (men & women), Hijabs, etc.;
– Tennis shoes, sneakers, runners, boots, sandals (tie laces together);
– Backpacks with school supplies and educational books;
– Children’s toys;
– Pots and pans and kitchen items;
– Tents, tarps & tools, and;
– No food items since buying locally is cheaper and gets there faster.
– No furniture, please (submit furniture to the MCC Refugee Team at https://mcceastbay.org/furniture)

Please tie all shoelaces together to ensure pairs stay together. Also, please do not donate broken or dirty items.
Learn more about the Hidaya Foundation container project at https://www.hidaya.org/social-welfare/container-shipment-for-in-kind-donations
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

CAIR-SFBA Tables @ MCC Jumu’ahs
2026-02-13 12:30 - 15:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
CAIR-SFBA is a civil rights non-profit that provides civil rights and immigration services to Muslims. They are tabling this Friday to share information on how to protect yourself and your families amid increased targeting of immigrants and non-immigrants alike. They will also share information about their free legal services. Visit their table this Friday to learn more about their services.

Islamic Center of Livermore Tables @ MCC Jumu’ahs
2026-02-13 12:30 - 15:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
The Islamic Center of Livermore is doing its Annual Fundraiser on February 21 with Shaykh Alaeddin El-Bakri at 5 p.m. at Chandni Restaurant in Fremont to purchase a property that will become a mosque insha’Allah. They are collecting donations for the downpayment.
Visit their table this Friday to join the effort and support your local sister mosque.

Foundation For Islamic Scholarship and Teaching Tables @ MCC Jumu'ahs
2026-02-13 12:30 - 15:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Founded in 2016, the Foundation for Islamic Scholarship and Teaching (FIST) is a private, non-profit corporation created to provide financial support and assistance to scholars and students of classical Islam.They are raising funds to sponsor Umrah trips for 35 unsung and unrecognized heroes in our community who have long serves as volunteers in our communities and don’t have the finanical means to perform Umrah. They are also requesting donations to feed the needy in Madinah.Visit their table this Friday to support them.

– To sponsor Umrah trips, send donations via Zelle to donate@islamicscholarship.org

– To feed the poor in Madinah, send donations via Zelle to miskinmedina@gmail.com

– To nominate a community hero in the San Francisco Bay Area: HTTP://mcceastbay.org/community-hero

Heroes for Umrah/Hajj

In our Heroes for Umrah/Hajj program, we take the unsung heroes and unrecognized, long-standing volunteers of our local communities who lack financial means to the blessed cities of Mecca and Medina, accompanied by notable scholars who teach them before and during their travels. Upon return, these heroes present educational reflections for the wider community.

“Those who spend their wealth in the Cause of Allah and do not follow up their gifts with reminders of their generosity or with injury, their reward is with their Lord. On them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve” – Surah al-Baqara, 2:262

Attorneys @ Jumu'ah: Free Legal Clinic
2026-02-13 13:30 - 15:30 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
During the third and fourth Jumu’ah services at MCC, Legal Attorney Erum Choudhry will be providing a free fifteen-minute consultation in the following areas:

Islamic Estate Planning
Immigration: Family-based, employment-based, Citizenship
Bankruptcy: Chapters 7 and 13

Appointments are required to receive a free consultation. No walk-ins will be allowed. Please sign up at mcceastbay.org/legal-clinic
Third Fridays of Each Month | 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. | MCC Room 16 | Appointment required (no walk-ins); RSVP at mcceastbay.org/legal-clinic
MCC will hold legal clinics on the following days:

2026:

Jan. 16, 2026
Feb. 13, 2026
April 17, 2026
May 15, 2026
June 19, 2026
July 17, 2026
Aug. 21, 2026
Sep. 18, 2026
Oct. 16, 2026
Nov. 20, 2026
Dec. 18, 2026

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
Erum Choudhry has more than ten years of legal experience. She graduated from Cornell Law School in 2002. She served as a senior attorney/associate with boutique law firms in Silicon Valley and well-established law firms in Northern California. She counsels clients from individuals, families, and startups to Fortune 500 companies, major hospitals, and multinational corporations.
She is committed to helping each client with a personalized solution. She is well equipped with the tools like experience, staff, empathy, and compassion to help communities grapple with boom-bust challenges, whether immigration, bankruptcy, or estate planning matters. She picked these areas of practice because these areas of law allow her to understand her clients, serve the community, and help them enjoy a stress-free life.
She enjoys interacting with her clients and audience. She is a frequent speaker at local community and youth events. She provides pro bono services to underprivileged community members and works with local nonprofit organizations to help immigrants.

Women's Weekly Friday Evening Halaqa | The Rahmah Foundation
2026-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Ustadha Dr. Rania Awaad holds a weekly women’s gathering on Friday evenings to discuss navigating contemporary issues. This program runs in parallel to the Friday night girl’s halaqa.

7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Every Friday from September 19, 2025, to May 22, 2026 | MCC Conference Room | Free; no registration or RSVP required to attend in person | To join virtually, register at https://mcceastbay.org/zoom

– More Dr. Rania: https://mcceastbay.org/rania
– Watch past Dr. Rania’s Friday Night Halaqa (FNH) recordings: https://mcceastbay.org/womens-halaqa
– Join Dr. Rania’s WhatsUp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/HlHmFFnGbwvCvLl6uGD1C4
– The Rahmah Foundation’s Holiday Calendar: https://mcceastbay.org/rahmah-calendar

The FNH Fall session runs from Friday, September 19, 2025, to May 22, 2026, with no halaqas on the following dates: Friday, November 28, December 19, December 26, January 2, February 20 through March 27, April 3, and April 10. See calendar.

Free weekly babysitting is provided in Room 23. Facility map: https://mcceastbay.org/facility-map

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

This women’s halaqa is hosted at MCC and runs parallel to the girls & teens program in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation.

Ustadha Rania Awaad was raised in the U.S. and began her formal study of the traditional Islamic sciences when her parents permitted her to travel to Damascus, Syria, at 14. Her desire to continue studying the Deen resulted in multiple trips back to Damascus, interspersed between her high school, college, and medical studies. She was honored to receive Ijazah (authorization to teach) several branches of the Shari’ah sciences at the hands of many renowned scholars, including many female scholars. She has received Ijazah to teach Tajwid in the Hafs and Warsh recitations from the late eminent Syrian scholar Shaykh Abu Hassan al-Kurdi. In addition to completing several advanced texts of the Shafi’i madhhab, she is licensed to teach texts of Maliki fiqh, Adab, and Ihsan. Currently, Ustadha Rania teaches online and local classes for The Rahmah Foundation, Rabata. She is on the faculty of Zaytuna College, where she teaches courses in Shafi’i fiqh and women’s issues in fiqh and has helped develop and co-direct the Tajweed and Hifz program.

Ustadha Rania is also a medical doctor with a specialty in Psychiatry. She completed her Psychiatric residency and fellowship training at Stanford University, where she is currently on the faculty as a Clinical Instructor in the Stanford Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences department. Her medical interests include addressing mental health care concerns in the Muslim community- particularly that of Muslim women and girls. She has been awarded grants from the NIMH (National Institute of Mental Health) to research this topic and has presented her findings at several medical conferences. Other ongoing endeavors include compiling manuscripts addressing female-related mental health and medical issues from a fiqh-oriented perspective. She is the Director of the Rahmah Foundation, a non-profit organization that teaches traditional Islamic knowledge to Muslim women and girls. In this capacity, she also heads the Murbbiyah Mentoring Program, which trains young women to teach and mentor Muslim girls and teens. Ustadha Rania is both a wife and a mother; she has been counseling and teaching women classes on Tajwid, Shafi’i Fiqh, Ihsan, marriage, and raising children since 1999.

Learn more about Dr. Rania and her work at http://med.stanford.edu/psychiatry/research/MuslimMHLab.html

Every Friday evening, the MCC bustles with activity. MCC hosts four halaqas to increase God-consciousness for youth, women, and men.

Join Dr. Rania Awaad‘s women’s gathering on navigating contemporary issues from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. This wide-ranging Muslimah halaqa is in the MCC Conference Room, and the first hour is live-streamed here (watch past sessions at https://mcceastbay.org/halaqa). This halaqa is organized in partnership with The Rahmah Foundation. Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Friday Night Teen High School Halaqa | Sidi Quran Hodge
2026-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 | CA
Join Ustadh Quran Hodge for weekly Friday evening basketball & halaqa sessions for teen high school boys from 9th through 12th grade.
These sessions aim to craft our next generation of confident, faithful Muslim men. These halaqas are for high school boys only—no younger boys are allowed. Each session is capped at 30 teens. Once limited spots are full, please kindly join the waitlist.
The first hour is physical activity in the gym (basketball, flag football, or soccer), and the latter hour is pizza and a teen halaqa with Sidi Quran.
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Fridays | October 24, 2025, to May 22, 2026 (with a break in Ramadan 2026) | $400/person | Register at mcceastbay.org/boys
The MCC has a standing policy that financial need should never hold a family in the East Bay from benefiting from any offering at the MCC facility. To request a financial waiver, please complete the application at mcceastbay.org/scholarship
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
Location of Friday evening sessions for high school boys in ‘25 and ‘26:

– October 24, 2025, at Dublin High School
– October 31, 2025, at Dublin High School
– November 7, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– November 14, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– November 21, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– November 28, 2024 (no session)
– December 5, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– December 12, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– December 19, 2025, at Donlon Elementary School
– December 26, 2024 (no session)
– January 2, 2025 (no session)
– January 9, 2026, at location TBA
– January 16, 2026, at location TBA
– January 23, 2026, at location TBA
– January 30, 2026, at location TBA
– February 6, 2026, at location TBA
– February 13, 2026, at location TBA

– February 20, 2026 (no season in Ramadan)

– February 27, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)– March 6, 2026 (no session)
– March 13, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)
– March 20, 2026 (no session in Ramadan)
– March 27, 2025 (no session) at location TBA
– April 3, 2026, at location TBA
– April 10, 2026, at location TBA
– April 17, 2026, at location TBA
– April 24, 2026, at location TBA
– May 1, 2026, at location TBA
– May 8, 2026, at location TBA
– May 15, 2026, at location TBA
– May 22, 2026, at location TBA

About Sidi Quran
Qur’an Hodge is a Bay Area native. He began his Islamic education in 2019, studying Arabic at the Al Maqasid Seminary in Pennsylvania. Sidi Quran continued to Dar Al Mustafa, a Yemeni Islamic university in Tarim, Hadhramaut. At this Islamic seminary founded by Habib Umar bin Hafiz, Sidi Qur’an studied Ibtidaiyya, Hadith, Aqida, Seerah, Nahw, Quran Hifzdh, Kitaba, and Tafseer in classical Arabic.
Sidi Quran has completed certificates in Taleef Collective’s Refining the Core and Zaytuna College’s Permaculture Program. He is passionate about creatively working on community issues, particularly the challenges Muslim youth face. He lives with his wife and child in Castro Valley.

– More Quran Hodge: https://mcceastbay.org/quran-hodge

Fiqh of Zakat: All Things Zakat: From Stocks to Livestock | Shaykh Talal Ahdab
2026-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Ramadan rapidly approaches, during which fasting and giving zakat are enjoined. Join us for this pre-Ramadan Charitable Planning Workshop on all things Zakat: stocks to livestock, principles to rules.
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. | Friday, Feb. 13 | MCC Prayer Hall | Join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live
About the Speaker

Shaykh Talal Ahdab serves on the MA faculty at Zaytuna College. He pursued a rigorous, structured classical curriculum under Islamic authorities, focusing on Islamic theology, epistemology, ontology, language, jurisprudence, and legal theory. Over the last twenty years, he has taught the Islamic disciplines to senior students and professors of Islamic studies. His research interests include exploring how modern challenges can be addressed through Islam’s rich tradition of knowledge and scholarship.
Sheikh Talal is fluent in Arabic. He joined the Zaytuna College faculty in the fall of 2017.
More Shaykh Talal: http://mcceastbay.org/talal
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Being Muslim: Monthly Convert Bookclub | Ustadh Omar Naisan
2026-02-14 10:30 - 12:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For All New Muslim Women & Men (regardless of when you took your Shahadah): The Being Muslim Bookclub is dedicated to empowering converts and beginning Muslims to live Islam in a practical, sustainable way.
Each month, we delve into one chapter to gain clarity on how to live and practice Islam, exploring the foundational elements of what Muslims believe.
This eight-month book club with Ustadh Omar Naisan is for all reverts, regardless of when you took your Shahadah. It is invaluable to those new to their journey in Islam and those returning to faith.
10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Second Saturday of Each Month | MCC Prayer Hall | Free; no registration required | Join in person or watch virtually at mcceastbay.org/live

– Watch past recordings of “Being Muslim Bookclub”: http://mcceastbay.org/being-muslim
– More Sidi Omer Naisan: http://mcceastbay.org/omar

MCC’s new Muslim Coordinator, Blanca Vizcarra, facilitates these monthly meetings. She can be reached at blanca@mcceastbay.org or (510) 660-7524.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

Saturday, January 10, 2026 (Chapters 1 & 2)
Saturday, February 14, 2026 (Chapter 3)
No session in March during Ramadan break
Saturday, April 11, 2026 (Chapter 4)
Saturday, May 9, 2026 (Chapter 5)
Saturday, June 13, 2026 (Chapter 6)
Saturday, July 11, 2026 (Chapter 7)
Saturday, August 8, 2026 (Chapter 8)

Attendees, we recommend getting the “Being Muslim: A Practical Guide”: https://a.co/d/30W2yXM
The Being Muslim book club provides attendees with practical knowledge they can apply in their daily lives. Whether you are new to the religion or want to freshen up on the basics, the material is designed to deepen your connection to the most essential aspects of Islam through a holistic integration of the three branches of the religion: true beliefs (imān), good conduct (islām), and beauty of character (iḥsān).
We will cover a broad array of subjects, including core theology, purification and prayer, the path of spiritual refinement, a survey of the life of the Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم, an introduction to the Qur’an, how to live an ethical, Islam-centered lifestyle, and more. New Muslims of all backgrounds and ages are welcome.
In our monthly chapter readings, we will focus on foundational beliefs, worship, spiritual refinement, lifestyle, and more. We recommend this book club for those seeking a deeper meaning in their faith.
About the Facilitator
Ustadh Omar Naisan is a Ph.D. student in the Historical & Cultural Studies of Religion program at the Graduate Theological Union. He holds a Master of Arts in New Testament from the Graduate Theological Union. His published MA thesis is titled “Decrypting the Son of Man Problem: An Inquiry into the Dominant Approaches to the Son of Man Problem and its Conspicuous Application in Mark 8:27-31.” His interests include comparative theology, philology in religious corpora, and historical-critical studies of religious canons.
– More Ustadh Omar: http://mcceastbay.org/omar
About the Author
After completing his bachelor’s degree in Islamic studies at the University of Michigan, Asad Tarsin continued his private study of Islamic theology, sacred law, philosophy, and spirituality with various scholars, including Shaykh Hamza Yusuf and Dr. Sherman Jackson. He has served on the board of the Deen Intensive Foundation for over fifteen years. He has a particular interest in creating sustainable models of education for new and returning Muslims, as well as educating the broader public about the beauty of Islam. “Being Muslim: A Practical Guide” is his first published work. Dr. As’ad Tarsin is an emergency physician by training and lives in Michigan with his wife and three children.

Pre-Ramadan Bazar & Family Festival
2026-02-14 12:00 - 17:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Join us for MCC’s annual Tenth-Annual MCC Family Pre-Ramadan Bazaar.
12 p.m. to 5 p.m. | Saturday, February 14, 2026 | MCC Parking Lot | Free | Vendors, please sign up at mcceastbay.org/vendors
We will have a diverse array of vendors present. Keep an eye on this page for updates on the schedule and confirmed vendors.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
List of Vendors:
Clothes/Perfumes/Hijabs/Handbags:

Layali the Collection – Abayas
Hijab Elegance
RUH
Karisma Children’s Clothes
Revive Men’s
Izna Desi collection
Elegant Designs
Pakistan Bazar
aliyas_choice
Arabian nights
Madina Essence

Crafts

Khadija’s Creations

Food

Hyderabadi Ziaqa Catering

Women's Quran Circles (Pre-Ramadan Bay Area Khatam)
2026-02-15 13:30 - 16:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For Teen Girls & All Sisters! Ten Qur’an Circle groups across the Bay Area gather to complete their Qur’an together and recite du’a. Join us as we launch new collective Quran Circles and motivate each other, as sisters, to complete the Quran this Ramadan.
Sunday, Feb. 15 | 1:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. | MCC Conference Room (refreshments served in the Banquet Hall) | Sisters Only | In-person only | Space limited | Free; RSVP at mcceastbay.org/grand-khatam
Sponsored by Quran Circles & MCC East Bay.
About QuranCircles
QuranCircles is an initiative rooted in connection and suhba through the collective reading of the Book of Allah. It follows a simple, reproducible model in which 10–12 members come together each month to complete a khatam (full reading) of the Qur’an.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
About the Presenters:
Anse Sawsan Imady
Ustadha Sawsan Imady is a scholar and educator. She has a BA in English literature from the University of Missouri-Kansas City and an M.S.Ed. in Education from the University of Southern California. She has taught for over 45 years and has worked in many schools and educational institutions, in roles including teacher, supervisor, teacher trainer, and member of several Cognia accreditation teams. She has been involved in developing several curricula. She has studied for decades with elite scholars in Syria. Her most recent position was at the Islamic Educational College in Amman, Jordan, where she served as Educational Supervisor for the American Program for the past 11 years.
Ustadha Hosai Mojaddidi is the co-founder of MH4M (http://mentalhealth4muslims.com), established in 2010. For nearly 20 years, she has been actively involved in the Bay Area and Southern California Muslim community, working and volunteering for many notable organizations. Learn more about her at http://hosaimojaddidi.com
– More Ustadha Hosai: http://mcceastbay.org/hosai

*Canceled* Skygazing for New Ramadan Moon
2026-02-17 17:45 - 19:45 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Assalamu Alaikum MCC Family!With no verifiable sightings of the new crescent, the first night of Ramadan will be tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 18, after Isha (8 p.m.) led by Qari Amar Bellaha.The first day of Ramadan fasting begins on Thursday, Feb. 19, insha’Allah.Alhamdulillah, we have been blessed with another opportunity to witness this holy month. We will stream Taraweeh live each night. Here is our nightly recitation schedule.For Tarweeh prayers, worshipers may park in the neighboring Pleasanton School District parking lot (marked “HP on this map).

Learn more: https://mailchi.mp/mcceastbay/533245-5060194?e=87dc03b073
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Assalamu Alaikum, Beloved MCC Family!Due to ongoing rain across the Bay Area, we will not host our annual skygazing for the new moon of Ramadan after Maghrib today. However, to keep this beautiful Sunnah alive, we encourage everyone to still go out this evening and peer into the night sky. Due to overcast skies, we have little chance of seeing the new crescent moon. MCC will review reports from other parts of the country. The new moon will be easily visible tomorrow evening, inshaAllah.Therefore, we expect the first day of fasting to be on Thursday, February 19, and the first night of Taraweeh prayers to be on Wednesday, February 18. Qari Amar Bellaha leads Taraweeh prayers at MCC after Isha at 8 p.m.MCC will send an email notification this evening once we have received the final visibility reports.
MCC adheres to the traditional science of naked-eye (unaided) new crescent moon (hilal) sighting to begin and end our Islamic lunar months.

With clear skies, the crescent (hilal) would be visible shortly after sunset in the area above where the sun had set. It is a beautiful experience to witness its emergence, and it is a sunnah of our noble Prophet ﷺ that we hope our ummah continues to revive.

*Due to rain in the forecast, this event has been canceled.*
Crescentwatch.org encourages everyone to go out to look for the new crescent moon (hilal) on the evening of Tuesday, February 17th (after 29 days of Sha’ban) in anticipation of the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. Qualified Muslim astronomers and reliable visibility forecasts indicate that on Tuesday evening, a “naked-eye” (unaided) sighting of the new crescent moon will be highly unlikely in North America and worldwide. You can check the visibility forecast for your region here (https://pbs.twimg.com/media/HBTWMP8bcAMqsPp?format=jpg&name=large).
We will make a determination and final announcement regarding the start of Ramadan as early as possible, but no later than Tuesday, 7:30 pm PT. Please go out to look for the new crescent moon and submit your moon-sighting report here (http://www.crescentwatch.org/cgi-bin/cw.cgi?action=2).
The crescent (hilal) would be visible shortly after sunset in the area above where the sun had set. It is a beautiful experience to witness its emergence, and it is a sunnah of our noble Prophet ﷺ that we hope the ummah revives. Crescentwatch.org adheres to the traditional principle that Islamic lunar months begin and end based on the confirmed, naked-eye sighting of the new crescent moon.
Revive the Sunnah to go outside and look for the new crescent moon in the evening sky that will mark the beginning of Ramadan.

Join us in the MCC parking lot after Maghrib sunset prayers (5:53 p.m.) on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, and join in the excitement when the young crescent moon (hilal) ushers in the Holy Month of Ramadan. The Tri-Valley Stargazers will be in the parking lot (weather permitting) with high-visibility telescopes, allowing us to peer into the night sky starting at 6 p.m.
Jupiter, Saturn, and Mercury (possibly Venus) will be visible if the evening sky is clear.

523 Southern Halal BBQ food truck will sell dinners, and Habibi’s Falooda will provide dessert from 5 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.

MCC adheres to the traditional principle that Islamic lunar months begin and end based on confirmed, verified naked-eye sightings of the new crescent moon globally. MCC will confirm the start of Ramadan in its newsletter on the evening of February 17 (subscribe at https://mcceastbay.org/newsletter).

– If the new moon is sighted on Tuesday, the first night of Taraweeh will be after Isha (8 p.m.) on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, and the first day of fasting will be Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

– If the new moon is not sighted on Tuesday, the first night of Taraweeh will be after Isha (8 p.m.) on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, and the first day of fasting will be Thursday, February 19, 2026.

The MCC homepage (mcceastbay.org) and MCC’s automated phone menu (925-485-1786) will announce the start of Ramadan by about 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday, February 17.

Since sunset will be at 5:53, we will likely be able to see the new moon by about 6:45 p.m.

MCC observes the beginning and end of lunar months following the sighting of the crescent moon. Please watch this video by Dr. Youssef Ismail from Zaytuna College for an explanation.
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

The du’a to recite if the crescent is sighted:

اللَّهُمَّ أَهِلَّهُ عَلَيْنَا بِالأَمْنِ وَالإِيمَانِ، والسَّلامَةِ والإِسْلامِ، وَالتَّوْفِيقِ لِمَا تُحِبُّ وَتَرْضَى، رَبُّنَا وَرَبُّكَ اللهُ

Allaahumma ahillahu ‛alaynaa bil-amni wal-eemaani, was-salaamati wal-islaami, wat-tawfeeqi limaa tuḥibbu watarḍaa, rabunaa wa rabbuk-allaahu-

O Allah, let the crescent loom above us in peace and faith, safety and Islam, and in agreement with all that You love and pleases You. Our Lord and your Lord is Allah.

(Source: Sunan Al- Tirmidhi)

Qari Amar Bellaha will also be in the Hayward Hills on this Tuesday evening to look for the new crescent moon. If sighted, he will read the special dua from high atop the hills and head down to lead the Taraweeh prayers on Tuesday at 8 p.m. He will be live-streaming his moonsighting atop the Hayward Hills at https://mcceastbay.org/live

Start of Nightly Taraweeh Prayers
2026-02-18 20:00 - 22:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
Assalamu Alaikum MCC Family!With no verifiable sightings of the new crescent, the first night of Ramadan will be tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 18, after Isha (8 p.m.) led by Qari Amar Bellaha.The first day of Ramadan fasting begins on Thursday, Feb. 19, insha’Allah.Alhamdulillah, we have been blessed with another opportunity to witness this holy month. We will stream Taraweeh live each night. Here is our nightly recitation schedule.For Tarweeh prayers, worshipers may park in the neighboring Pleasanton School District parking lot (marked “HP on this map).

Learn more: https://mailchi.mp/mcceastbay/533245-5060194?e=87dc03b073

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The first night of Taraweeh prayers at MCC will begin at 8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Qari Amar will follow this recitation schedule: https://mcceastbay.org/schedule
Here is the Ramadan timetable: http://mcceastbay.org/ramadan-timetable

In Ramadan 2026, Qari Amar Bellaha will recite regular 20 rakats (cycles) at MCC’s nightly Taraweeh, which will begin after Isha at 8 p.m. (first week & second week) and 9 p.m. (third and fourth week). The Taraweeh prayers are also broadcast live on Facebook and YouTube. Qari Amar will follow this recitation schedule: https://mcceastbay.org/schedule

The Tarawih prayers are held indoors in the MCC prayer hall with overflow for men and women in the lobby, and extra overflow in the Conference Room for men and the Banquet hall for women. We also have a Banquet Hall & Parent-Child Prayer Hall (for women with children.

– Ramadan ’26 Taraweeh live streams: https://mcceastbay.org/taraweeh-live

– Qur’anic Recitation playlist: https://mcceastbay.org/tarwih

– Qari Amar’s daily Taraweeh recitation schedule: https://mcceastbay.org/recitation

– More Qari Amar: https://mcceastbay.org/amar

– Qari Amar reciting Juz’ Ama 30 (the final chapter of the Qur’an): https://mcceastbay.org/juz-ama
– Past Year (Ramadan ’25) Taraweeh live streams: https://mcceastbay.org/taraweeh

Questions? events@mcceastbay.org

For Jumu’ah, Iftars, and Taraweeh prayer, worshippers may park in our neighbor HP’s parking lot (now the Pleasanton School District). The MCC parking security team will monitor the PUSD lot throughout all 20 rakats of Taraweeh each night and will also direct motorists into and out of the lot.

https://youtube.com/live/GCRHA5Gs5ts

Special Needs Prayer Room During Taraweeh
2026-02-18 20:00 - 22:00 | MCC East Bay, 5724 W Las Positas Blvd #300, Pleasanton, CA, 94588, United States
For our beloved special-needs families!

We want you to enjoy Ramadan just like everyone else. Alhamdulillah, this year during the daily Taraweeh prayers, MCC is providing a prayer room (Room 16) specifically for children and adults with special needs. We will also live-stream the Taraweeh prayers in the room for everyone. We are not providing respite care at the moment.
Daily | 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. (first two week), 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. (remaining weeks) | Classroom 16 | RSVP by emailing help@mcceastbay.org
See the Ramadan timetable: http://mcceastbay.org/ramadan-timetable

Sisters Ramadan Daily Juz Reading Program
2026-02-19 11:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
Sisters: In Ramadan, join us virtually every day for a daily Qur’an reading buddy program and get help reading the Qur’an with one of MCC’s qualified Qur’anic teachers.
If you are struggling to read the Qur’an or need some motivation to read your daily Juz(chapter), then this program is for you!
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. PST | Daily in Ramadan | Virtually | Sisters only | Join virtually at mcceastbay.org/quran-buddy
Questions? events@mcceastbay.org
